Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Nature Scavenger Hunt

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
Overflow Parking (River Bend Campground)

When

April 4, 2023. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Come as a family, with friends, or come as a team of one on this guided walk as you hunt for natural wonders along the trail. A park ranger will provide you with a list of items to search for...many are hidden in plain sight. How many will you find?

The walk will be at an easy pace and will last up to an hour or for as long as you'd like to search for items. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. We hope to see you there!

group hiking in the woods and stopping to take photos

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov